Parmesan Rice and Pasta Pilaf

This unique pasta and pilaf combination is a tasty side dish that goes well with most main dishes

Recipe Source: Deliciously Healthy Dinners

Prep time Cook time Yields Serving Size

10 minutes 25 minutes 6 servings 2/3 C pilaf

Ingredients

2 Tbsp olive oil

1/2 C thin spaghetti (vermicelli), finely broken, uncooked

2 Tbsp onion, diced

1 C long-grain white rice, uncooked

1 1/4 C chicken broth, hot

1 1/4 C water, hot

1/4 tsp ground white pepper

1 bay leaf

2 Tbsp shredded parmesan cheese

Nutrition Facts 

Calories 208

Total fat 6 g

Saturated fat 1 g

Cholesterol 2 mg

Sodium 140 mg

Total fiber 1 g

Protein 5 g

Carbohydrates 33 g

Potassium 90 mg

Directions

1, In a large sauté pan, heat the oil.  Sauté vermicelli and onion until golden brown (for about 2–4 minutes) over medium-high heat.  Drain off oil.

2, Add rice, chicken broth, water, pepper, and bay leaf.  Cover and simmer for 15–20 minutes.  Fluff with fork.  Cover and let stand for 5 minutes.  Remove bay leaf.

3, Sprinkle with shredded parmesan cheese, and serve immediately.

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